Killian Elementary vs Shelyn Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Killian Elementary
Rowland Heights · Public elementary · Grades K–6
469 students
Shelyn Elementary
Rowland Heights · Public elementary · Grades K–6
508 students
| Measure | Killian Elementary Rowland Heights, California | Shelyn Elementary Rowland Heights, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1829 of 5,693 | #1825 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #24334 of 50,301 | #24293 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 469 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 469 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.9% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 29.3 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 60% |
| city | Rowland Heights | Rowland Heights |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (51.2 vs 51.3).
- •Killian Elementary does better on math proficiency (61% vs 60%).
- •Killian Elementary does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 53%).
- •Shelyn Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 78.9%).
- •Shelyn Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.1 vs 29.3).
- •Shelyn Elementary is the larger school with 508 students compared with 469.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Killian Elementary better than Shelyn Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Killian Elementary and Shelyn Elementary?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Rowland Heights and Rowland Heights in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Killian Elementary: 469. Shelyn Elementary: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Killian Elementary and Shelyn Elementary rank in California?
Killian Elementary is 1829th of 5,693 and Shelyn Elementary is 1825th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).